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Namibia

President Mbumba Open to Testifying in Fishrot Trial if Court Requests

President Nangolo Mbumba stated that he would be willing to testify in the Fishrot fraud and corruption trial if summoned by the court. His response came during a parliamentary session when Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani inquired whether Mbumba, as a former Swapo secretary general, would be willing to provide testimony in the trial.

today15 March, 2024

Namibia

Successful Debt Relief Registration for Pensioners Since February 15th, Reports Katutura Resident’s Committee Member

Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Resident's Committee, has noted significant progress in the debt relief registration for pensioners since February 15th. According to Gariseb, the registration process has been highly successful, with large numbers of pensioners participating from the outset. He emphasized that the evident demand underscores the pressing need for this relief provision among pensioners. He shared this additional challenge.  

today15 March, 2024

World

Schumer calls for change of Israeli government

US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has called for a change of government in Israel, saying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preventing peace in the Middle East. Schumer is the highest ranking Jewish lawmaker to call for a change. It comes amid increasing criticism from the US, as well as from the Biden administration over Israel's handling of the conflict with Hamas, and the impact of Palestinian civilians. Schumer spoke […]

today15 March, 2024

South Africa

Progress Report on Lifestyle Audits of Senior Government Officials Presented to South African Cabinet

Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, South Africa's Minister in the Presidency, revealed that the Cabinet has been briefed on the progress of lifestyle audits conducted on senior management service members. As of January last year, 24 national departments and 71 provincial departments had undergone these audits. However, following further interventions, Ntshavheni stated that the number of compliant departments had risen to 36 national government departments and 89 provincial departments by the end of […]

today15 March, 2024

Namibia

Scandal Hits National Petroleum Corporation

The National Petroleum Corporation is reeling from a scandal involving the alleged theft of N$1 million worth of fuel, with four arrests made, including Immanuel Mulunga's nephew. Denzel Mulunga, Simeon Shilongo, Jason Malima, and Graham Platt (46) face charges ranging from theft to money laundering and conspiracy. Notably, Jason Malima is related to Victor Malima, CEO of Enercon, a military contractor in legal dispute with Namcor over a N$60 million […]

today15 March, 2024

Namibia

Prime Minister Emphasizes Importance of Census Data for Development Planning

Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila underscored the vital role of population counts not only in determining the size of Namibia's populace but also in shaping the nation's planning and development strategies. Speaking at the unveiling of the preliminary findings of the 2023 Population and Housing Census, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila emphasized that census data serves as a cornerstone for informed governance. She highlighted how beyond mere numbers, census insights provide invaluable guidance for crafting […]

today14 March, 2024

South Africa

eThekwini Municipality Takes Disciplinary Action Against Nearly 2,000 Striking Workers

The eThekwini Municipality has taken decisive disciplinary action, including dismissals, against nearly two thousand staff members affiliated with the South African Municipal Workers Union who participated in an illegal strike. The workers had been protesting for salary increases. Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda disclosed that as of now, 81 employees are under precautionary suspension for misconduct related to the illegal strike, while one thousand seven hundred eighty-one employees have been served notices […]

today14 March, 2024